TX HHS Form 8587. Nursing Process Toolkit

The TX HHS Form 8587, Nursing Process Toolkit, is a practical resource for registered nurses (RNs) to advocate for health and wellness while providing care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This toolkit helps RNs document nursing assessments and plans according to professional guidelines and Texas Board of Nursing (BON) regulations.

The comprehensive assessment sample in the toolkit guides RNs in conducting a thorough evaluation of an individual's condition, considering biological, psychological, spiritual, and social aspects. The assessment includes a delegation decision page for documenting Self-Administration of Medication (SAM) decisions and planning nursing care. Additionally, the toolkit provides a RN Delegation Worksheet to guide delegation decisions for medication administration and other nursing tasks.

The Nursing Process Toolkit also includes forms for unlicensed assistive personnel, such as the Nursing Special Needs Form, which serves as a resource guide for required documentation of the delegation process. The Nursing Supervision Form is used to document continued competency of unlicensed personnel performing nursing tasks. By using this toolkit, RNs can ensure compliance with Texas BON rules and regulations while providing high-quality care to individuals.

• The comprehensive assessment sample in the toolkit guides RNs in conducting a thorough evaluation of an individual's condition.
• The delegation decision page helps document SAM decisions and plan nursing care.
• The RN Delegation Worksheet guides delegation decisions for medication administration and other nursing tasks.